Arc School Napton
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Vicarage Road Napton-On-The-Hill Nr Southam Warwickshire CV47 8NA |
| Reference Number | 141007 |
Arc School Napton has made commendable progress since its last inspection, moving from requiring improvement to a good overall effectiveness rating. The staff are dedicated to re-engaging pupils who often arrive with negative attitudes towards learning, fostering an environment where they feel safe, happy, and motivated. The school's focus on high expectations, tailored support for students with special educational needs, and a broad curriculum are notable strengths that contribute to the positive culture and effective learning experiences at the school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 34 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 79.41%
Girls: 20.59% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 Jan 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Jan 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Sep 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Jul 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 31 Jan 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 03 Jun 2015 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Staff effectively re-engage pupils back into education.
- High expectations for pupil achievement are maintained.
- Pupils enjoy exceptional outdoor learning opportunities.
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Pupils show respect and display positive behaviour.
- Leadership places a strong emphasis on professional development.
Areas for Improvement
- Opportunities for independent writing are insufficient.
- New PSHE and religious education curriculums are not fully embedded.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2021. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 111 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 136 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 112 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 136 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 93 | 39 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 136 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 103 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 12 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 96 | 29 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 136 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 43 | 58 | 25 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | 9 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 18 |
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 80 | 44 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 136 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 87 | 41 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 136 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 75 | 55 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 136 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 92 | 31 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 136 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 82 | 39 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 136 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 85 | 36 | 4 | 0 | 11 | 136 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 128 | 8 |
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